Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player squad for Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros.
The squad was announced on Tuesday through the Super Falcons’ official X account as Nigeria begins its campaign for a place at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade headlines the squad alongside prolific striker Asisat Oshoala and first-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.
Young forward Janet Akekoromowei also earned a call-up following her recent impressive performances and move to Portuguese giants Benfica.
Versatile defender Ashleigh Plumptre returns to the national team after missing the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations through injury.
Goalkeepers: Chiamaka Nnadozie, Comfort Erhabor, Christiana Uzoma.
Defenders: Michelle Alozie, Shukurat Oladipo, Farida Abdulwahab, Glory Ogbonna, Oluwatosin Demehin, Glory Edet, Ashleigh Plumptre, Timininu Adeshina.
Midfielders: Christy Ucheibe, Joy Igokwe, Favour Nwocha, Fatimoh Solaty, Suliat Abideen, Toni Payne, Jennifer Echegini.
Forwards: Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, Flourish Sabastine, Shakirat Moshood, Gift Monday, Joy Omewa, Blessing Nkor, Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Janet Akekoromowei, Uchenna Kanu.
The invited players have been directed to report at the AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode on Saturday, October 3, ahead of the qualifiers.
Both legs will be played at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo after Comoros was unable to provide a CAF-approved venue for the fixtures.
The first leg is scheduled for Friday, October 9, with the return leg set for Tuesday, October 13.
Nigeria, the 10-time African champions, will be aiming to make a strong start to their Olympic qualifying campaign as they pursue a place at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.
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